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Creamy Queso Rice with Juicy Steak Strips

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: None

Description

A comforting dish of creamy queso rice topped with juicy steak strips, perfect for family dinners and casual get-togethers.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup queso cheese
  • 1 lb steak strips
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice in chicken broth according to package instructions.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add onion and bell pepper, sautéing until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Add steak strips, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Combine cooked rice with steak and stir in queso cheese until melted.
  6. Serve by layering creamy queso rice with steak strips on top.
  7. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

Notes

For variations, use brown rice, vegetable broth, or different vegetables. Great for meal prep as leftovers taste just as good.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg